Job Description

Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Location: Ponoka, Alberta

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We are looking for dedicated and skilled Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to join our healthcare team in Lethbridge, Alberta. Key responsibilities include providing essential to advanced wound care, and we highly value candidates with specialized certifications in wound care, VAC dressing changes, advanced wound care, and lower leg assessments.

Key Requirements:

1. Licensure: A valid and current license as a LPN in Alberta, issued by the College and Association of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CARNA) or the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA).

2. Education: LPNs should have completed a recognized LPN program.

3. Clinical Competence: Proficiency in providing essential to advanced wound care, including wound assessment, treatment, and documentation.

4. Wound Care Certification: is mandatory. Candidates with wound care certification, such as Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nursing Certification (WOCNCB) or similar, are highly valued for advanced wound care knowledge.

5. KCI Certification is Preferred (VAC Dressing Changes): Positions involving VAC (Vacuum Assisted Closure) dressing changes require certification from KCI, or equivalent.

6. Advanced Wound Care Certification: Candidates with advanced wound care certifications or specialized training are strongly preferred.

7. Lower Leg Assessment and ABI Certification: Positions involving lower leg assessments should have experience in assessing arterial blood flow, performing Ankle-Brachial Index (ABI) measurements, and managing lower extremity wounds.

8. Competitive Hourly rate:LPNs will receive $35 per hour.

9. Medication Administration: Proficiency in medication administration, including dosage calculations, intravenous therapies (for RNs), and patient safety.

10. Assessment and Monitoring: Competency in conducting patient assessments, monitoring vital signs, and recognizing changes in patient condition.

11. Communication Skills: Effective communication with patients, families, and the healthcare team. Strong documentation skills for maintaining accurate and comprehensive patient records.

12. Patient-Centered Care: Dedication to providing patient-centered care with empathy, respect, and consideration for individual needs and cultural backgrounds.

13. Team Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurse practitioners, and other support staff.

14. Critical Thinking: Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to make timely and informed decisions in complex healthcare situations.

15. Adherence to Regulations: Strict adherence to CARNA or CLPNA standards, policies, and procedures. Knowledge of and compliance with relevant Alberta health care legislation.

16. Continuous Learning: Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with best practices and advances in nursing.

17. CPR Certification: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.

18. Ethical Conduct: Uphold ethical standards and maintain patient confidentiality.

19. Flexibility: Ability to work in different healthcare settings, including hospitals, long-term care facilities, clinics, and home care.

20. Computer Proficiency: Basic computer skills for electronic health record (EHR) systems and digital healthcare documentation.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $32.00-$35.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental care Flexible schedule Paid time off
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

First Aid Certification (preferred) LPN/RPN (preferred) Nursing (preferred) CPR Certification (preferred)
Work Location: In person